1970 Dodge Challenger vs. 2010 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2010 Mazda Premacy is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda Premacy (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1970 Dodge Challenger. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1970 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 85 kg more than 2010 Mazda Premacy.
Because 1970 Dodge Challenger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Dodge Challenger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Premacy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Dodge Challenger (233 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda Premacy. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Dodge Challenger | 2010 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Challenger | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |
